1971 Honda Life vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2210 mm |